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Crown Hills

England / East Midlands / Leicester / Crown Hills

About

Crown Hills is a residential area in Leicester, located east of the city center. It is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern developments. The area has good transport links, with several bus routes connecting it to the city center and surrounding neighborhoods. Crown Hills Community College is a notable local institution, serving students from the area.

The area features green spaces like Spinney Hill Park, which provides recreational facilities and open space for residents. Local shops and amenities are concentrated along Catherine Street and nearby Melton Road, offering convenience for daily needs. Crown Hills has a diverse population, reflecting Leicester's multicultural character. The area is practical for families and commuters, balancing urban accessibility with a quieter residential feel.

Area overview

On average Crown Hills has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Crown Hills is £35,600 per year. There are 5 schools in Crown Hills: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
60
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
5.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Crown Hills Population
10,606
Population density
7,653.1 per km²

Demographics

Indian
7,175
67.68%
Pakistani
937
8.84%
Other
530
5%
Other Asian
445
4.2%
Bangladeshi
390
3.68%
Total population: 10,602

Housing

Owns outright
1,157
40.78%
Private landlord or letting agency
745
26.26%
Owns with a mortgage
674
23.76%
Social rents from council
89
3.14%
Other forms of private rent
82
2.89%
Total households: 2,837

Property prices in Crown Hills

Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £275,500 in Crown Hills area, with individual transactions ranging from £74,500 up to £470,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£296,000
Semi-Detached22£291,000
Terraced14£256,500

10 years price trend in Crown Hills

All postcodes in Crown Hills

LE55ED

Linden Street

LE54GP

Rufford Street

LE55BN

Kedleston Road

LE54FN

Jellicoe Road

LE54GH

Nottingham Road

LE55GE

The Approach

LE55JW

Staveley Road

LE54PE

Green Lane Road

LE55DR

Dorothy Road

LE55GF

Gwendolen Road

LE55JU

Staveley Road

LE21LH

Crown Hills

LE53RU

London Street

LE54GE

Lancaster Street

LE54PG

Kegworth Avenue

LE55ER

Osborne Road

LE55FF

Gedding Road

LE54FQ

Kitchener Road

LE55FW

Margaret Road

LE55ES

Osborne Road

LE55LY

Evington Valley Road

LE54HU

St Saviour's Road

LE54FS

Leicester Street

LE54GR

Sherwood Street

LE54HB

Benson Street

LE55DT

Gedding Road

LE55FE

Gwendolen Road

LE55LU

Evington Valley Road

LE54FL

Benson Street

LE55BL

Kedleston Road

LE55DW

Gedding Road

LE55FA

Blanklyn Avenue

LE55HR

Hazelwood Road

LE55JG

Osmaston Road

LE21PD

Conway Road

LE54GD

Lancaster Street

LE54GQ

Clumber Road

LE55FJ

Gwendolen Road

LE55HT

Hollington Road

LE55HU

Kedleston Road

LE54HF

Nottingham Road

LE55DE

Constance Road

LE55NL

Nansen Road

LE54HR

St Saviour's Road

LE54PY

Crown Hills

LE54FR

Kitchener Road

LE55BS

Rowsley Avenue
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.